Moxie

Available

9 years old|Jindo|Female|Medium|Amherst, MA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful💪 Independent👨‍💼 Adult Home Only

Moxie

Available

9 years old|Jindo|Female|Medium|Amherst, MA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful💪 Independent👨‍💼 Adult Home Only

Moxie is a nine-year-old, spayed female Korean Jindo residing in Amherst, MA. She has a medium coat and sports a lovely yellow-tan coloring. Moxie is house-trained, vaccinated, and weighs 36 pounds. This gentle soul needs a calm environment, as she can be sensitive to stress, so she would thrive as a single pet in a structured home.

About Moxie

Meet Moxie, a spirited nine-year-old Korean Jindo currently in Amherst, MA. Her soft tan coat glows with a golden hue, reflecting her quiet strength. Moxie is on the lookout for a peaceful home where she can shine as the devoted companion she was meant to be. Weighing in at a lovely 36 pounds, she embodies a medium size with a gentle soul. Moxie thrives on routine and calm surroundings, and her favorite pastime is receiving head scratches. She’ll sit beside you, nudging your hand for attention, always ready for a bit more love. Playtime is significant for Moxie. She loves a good game of tug and delights in disarming squeaky toys with precision. Her adventures in the great outdoors include long-leash walks and backyard explorations. Moxie is house-trained, manages well when left alone for short intervals, and understands commands like sit, down, and find it. While she has made great progress, Moxie needs an experienced guardian who can respect her boundaries, especially around food and high-value toys, as she has shown resource-guarding behaviors in the past. Her ideal home is pet-free, with respectful older children and adults who appreciate her routines and need for personal space. Thunderstorms can unsettle her, but with a calm, reassuring presence, she navigates them well. Moxie is a loyal, affectionate girl ready to be the center of someone’s world. Could that someone be you? Click apply to start the adoption process.

Questions about Moxie

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Moxie, as a Korean Jindo, is best suited for a calm environment where she feels safe and secure. A peaceful home helps her thrive as the affectionate companion she was born to be.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Moxie enjoys short to moderate outdoor space for her walks and backyard exploration. She thrives on engaging in activities in a secure area where she can keep an eye out for critters.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Moxie would do well in homes with respectful older children who can understand her boundaries and routines.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
An experienced owner is preferable for Moxie. She requires someone who understands her boundaries and uses positive reinforcement to support her progress.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Moxie does not get along with other dogs and would prefer to be the only pet in the home.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Moxie does not get along with cats and would thrive best in a pet-free environment.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Moxie is not recommended for homes with small animals, as she has shown a preference for being the only animal.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Moxie can be reserved with strangers, but she warms up with time and a calm approach.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Moxie does well when left alone for short periods, but she appreciates a structured environment.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Moxie knows commands like sit, down, and find it, but she benefits from ongoing training and reinforcement.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Moxie is a medium-sized dog, weighing approximately 36 pounds.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Korean Jindos generally have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years. Moxie is still relatively young at nine years.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Moxie has a medium coat that requires regular brushing to manage shedding.